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Our programme

Now in its sixth year, No Going Back (NGB) has been part of a Livery Companies collaboration to reduce re-offending. A rehabilitation programme, it delivers a range of workshops in prisons through its volunteering network and offers 1-2-1 support to candidates through their journey, preparing them for release and a wide range of job opportunities including those within its Social Enterprise NGB CLEAN.  

To date the programme has had 43 participating Livery Companies, over 200 volunteers and over 3400 candidates that have benefited.

We see ourselves as “architects of change” and our Vision is to rebuild lives and eliminate prejudice through the power of change.

THE PROGRAMME

The programme can be accessed in a number of London prisons including HMP’s Brixton, ISIS, Thameside, Wandsworth and Wormwood Scrubs as well as those around the country releasing into Greater London, and in the Community.

People who are within 3-6 months of their release date, that meet the criteria, are able to join the programme and a dedicated NGB Engagement Manager will work directly with them during their remaining time in prison and beyond. This gives them access to a bespoke package of support with training and up skilling opportunities, employability and work readiness workshops and other soft skills to ensure they are fully prepared on release for the specific job roles an employer has on offer.

Participants skills are matched to the job roles on offer and additional training is available where necessary. The aim is to ensure people are as prepared as possible on release for the specific job roles an employer has available.

Jobs opportunities on the programme are from a wide variety of sectors and includes the built environment, HGV/driving, cleaning, hospitality, sales, admin, engineering and more.

Individuals are fully supported throughout their journey in preparation for, and into, work with help with CV’s and interview practice.  We stay with people for as long as is needed, whilst also supporting the employers to ensure the process works for both sides.

No Going Back offers support and advocacy with housing for those that need it in order to be able to accept their job offers.

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THE NO GOING BACK CANDIDATE JOURNEY

 

KANGAROO

Recognising that No Going Back may be an overwhelming prospect for individuals who are not yet ready, we partnered with City and Guilds to develop Kangaroo – our unique assessment tool designed to provide individuals with an opportunity to reflect on their aspirations and provide the necessary support to help them forward on their journey towards further education, skills development, and employment, providing assistance with interviews and job attainment.

Kangaroo offers modules on softer skills and wellness, covering areas such as health, nutrition, and money management. Some modules are delivered by partner organizations, including Food Behind Bars and Goldsmiths University, among others. It has enabled us to run sessions to identify whether individuals are ready to join NGB, or would be better referred to other organisations.

Kangaroo is generously funded by the City & Guilds Foundation, which has prioritized supporting the rehabilitation of individuals who have experienced the prison system.

For each successfully completed learning outcome, participants receive a City & Guilds Digital Badge which is recognised by employers and further education providers.

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